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What Really Happens When Someone is ‘Cancelled’? Join University Expert to Find Out
A University of Worcester expert will be exploring cancel culture and the role of the news media and social media in this cultural phenomenon in an event at The Hive. Katy Wareham Morris, Senior Lecturer in Media & Film Studies and Course Leader for Media &...
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What Really Happens When Someone is ‘Cancelled’? Join University Expert to Find Out
A University of Worcester expert will be exploring cancel culture and the role of the news media and social media in this cultural phenomenon in an event at The Hive. Katy Wareham Morris, Senior Lecturer in Media & Film Studies and Course Leader for Media &...
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Fisher German scoops top training award
A leading property consultancy is celebrating winning a prestigious award for its innovative approach to employee development at the British Training Awards. Fisher German, which has 26 offices across the UK, has been crowned Professional Services Initiative of the...
Midwifery Student Takes on London Marathon for Baby Charity
A student midwife from Malvern is preparing for the world-famous London Marathon next year. Izzy Fisher, a student at the University of Worcester, will take on the 26.2-mile run around the capital in April 2026 as she raises funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby...
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The Small Business Charter, the Help to Grow Course and the Return of the Executive MBA; an Exciting Time for the Worcester Business School.
The Worcester Business School at the University of Worcester has officially received its Small Business Charter. The CEO of the Chartered Association of Business Schools, Flora Hamilton, visited the City Campus to hand over the charter in person last month. It paves...
A proactive guide to managing road rage this Road Safety Week
Road Safety Week which runs from the 19th to 25th November, provides an opportunity for communities and organisations to engage initiatives and reflect on ways we can all help to make our roads safer. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, road rage has become an...
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Clarity sought for businesses who can return to work
After the Prime Minister’s speech last night on 10 May, we are still seeking clarity from government, around the details of the return to work plan, and what that means for the safety of employers and employees. Businesses and employees must have enough time and plans in place in order to return to work in a safe and controlled manner.
The government are due to discuss this is parliament today and we expect to see further details be released over the next few days.
Boris Johnson addresses the nation
Boris Johnson has unveiled a “conditional plan” to reopen society, allowing people in England to spend more time outdoors from Wednesday. The PM also said people who could not work from home should return to the workplace – but avoid public transport.
He said a new Covid Alert System with five levels would govern how quickly lockdown restrictions could be eased.He hoped the next step “at the earliest by 1 June” would be for some primary pupils to return to school in England. In an address to the nation, Mr Johnson said this stage would also involve reopening shops – but he cautioned this would only happen if the science supported it.
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UK economy shrinks by one-fifth under lockdown
Latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the UK economy in May grew by just 1.8% as a gradual easing of the lockdown restrictions were introduced allowing businesses to return to work if it was safe to do so. The easing had a smaller...
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UK economy shrinks by one-fifth under lockdown
Latest figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the UK economy in May grew by just 1.8% as a gradual easing of the lockdown restrictions were introduced allowing businesses to return to work if it was safe to do so. The easing had a smaller...
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Options for post-pandemic business investment explained by Thursfields
A top lawyer at Thursfields Solicitors has described the different options for business investment in a post-pandemic environment. Philip Chapman, a director in the Corporate department at the Midlands law firm, was commenting after the first steps were made by the...
Staff Rewarded For Outstanding Performance During Lockdown
Hartlebury, UK – An industry-leading supplier of agricultural parts and accessories is ensuring its warehouse operatives are rewarded after helping the business to achieve new heights, despite a national lockdown in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. In recent...
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Court rules in support of WCG
WCG’s CEO has welcomed the court judgement that the covenant placed on the Malvern Hills College site should be lifted. Following a court hearing on June 14, the Judge has ruled in favour of WCG in all aspects of the case. Angela Joyce, CEO of WCG, said: “We are...
Future of the Worcestershire LEP Confirmed
The Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) welcomes news that it will be able to continue delivering for the Worcestershire economy, following a recent Government announcement. This announcement finally provides clarity to LEPs nationally, and the news is...
Managing risk: how to avoid breaches of the SRA Account Rules
Despite being an integral part of every legal practice, breaches of the SRA Accounts Rules are the single biggest reason why law firms are intervened by the SRA. Why? Because they are so easy to fall foul of. Whether it’s breaches due to mismanagement, or a lack of...
Cutting Costs, Creating Culture
Recruiting can be difficult. Really difficult, at times. With the myriad of recruitment and selection opportunities available to hiring managers, the process can easily get costly, both financially and on the increasingly limited time resources of a HR team. You...
University Shortlisted in National Sustainability Awards
The University of Worcester has been shortlisted for two national sustainability awards, including one recognising its efforts to support nature on campus. The University is a finalist for a Green Gown Award in the Nature Positive category, based around its...
Business Hoping For End To Rate Rises
Commenting on the Bank of England’s latest rise in the interest rate to 5.25%, Vicky Pryce, BCC Economic Advisory Council member, said: “Businesses across the UK will be fervently hoping that today’s rise in interest rates is the last they will see. “While many...
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